Kirby Corporation · Houston, TX United States ·(NYSE: KEX)
Company Description
Phone: 713-435-1000
Fax: 713-435-1464
Rankings
- S&P 400
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This link will open in a new window Where Kirby hauls cargo, the only curbs are riverbanks -- the company is the largest inland tank barge operator in the US. Its fleet, operated by subsidiary Kirby Inland Marine , consists of about 915 barges and about 235 towboats. The vessels are used to transport liquid bulk cargo such as petrochemicals, crude and refined petroleum products, and agricultural chemicals. Major customers include Exxon Mobil affiliate SeaRiver Maritime and Dow Chemical , each of which accounts for about 10% of Kirby's sales. In addition to its marine transportation operations, the company is a leading provider of diesel engine services for marine, rail, and industrial customers. To read the full description, subscribe now.
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Key Kirby Corporation Financials
| Company Type | Public - NYSE: KEX Headquarters |
| Fiscal Year-End | December |
| 2008 Sales (mil.) | $1,360.2 |
| 2007 Employees | 3,100 |
Kirby Corporation Executives
50 executives listed for Kirby Corporation's Houston, TX location.
| Title | Name & Bio | Contact |
| Chairman Emeritus | George Peterkin | Network |
| Chairman | C. Berdon Lawrence | Network |
| President, CEO, and Director; President, Dixie Offshore Transportation | Joseph Pyne | Network |
Competition
Competitive Landscape for Kirby Corporation
Demand is driven primarily by the level of agricultural exports, petroleum refining, coal usage, and chemical shipments. Large companies have advantages in handling a broad range of cargo types, along with economies of scale in purchasing and marketing. Small companies compete by specializing in particular cargo types or services, subcontracting to larger companies, and offering responsive customer service. Average annual revenue per employee is about $200,000 for small companies and over $300,000 for large companies. Inland barge companies compete with other methods for transporting bulk materials and liquids, including trucks, railroads, and pipelines. To read the full description, subscribe now.Top Kirby Corporation Competitors
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